The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 238 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
Buses from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 238 km |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to Stansted
Travellers between Cardiff and Stansted can catch a National Express bus to reach Stansted Airport to catch a flight. The fastest services take just under 5 hours from place to place and the first bus of the day leaves Cardiff at 1:00 a.m. Buses tend to run every hour during the daytime and every 2-3 hours during the evenings and at night. The last bus of the day leaves at around 11:00 p.m and all journeys involve changing buses at London Victoria Coach station. Overnight buses can take around 7 hours, arriving at Stansted Airport around 6:30 a.m.
FAQs: Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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